Gemini, a major cryptocurrency exchange founded by Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, is now officially available in Australia. This move marks a big step forward as the company aims to reach more everyday investors in the region.

To clear up any confusion — this Gemini is the crypto platform from New York, not Google’s AI chatbot with the same name.

Gemini was started in 2014 and lets people buy, sell, and store digital currencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum. The platform is regulated in the United States and is now also registered with AUSTRAC, Australia’s financial intelligence agency. The Winklevoss twins, who are well known for their legal battle with Mark Zuckerberg over the creation of Facebook, have become major figures in the world of cryptocurrency after settling with Facebook and investing heavily in Bitcoin.

The company says expanding into Australia is a key part of its global strategy. According to Gemini’s Global State of Crypto Report 2025, around 22% of Australians already own some form of digital currency — a percentage similar to that of the United States. Gemini believes that Australia has the potential to become one of the top markets for cryptocurrency adoption.

With its official launch, Gemini introduced three major updates for Australian users:

– James Logan has been appointed as Head of Australia.
– Gemini is now fully registered with AUSTRAC.
– New banking features have been added to make depositing Australian dollars faster and easier.

Australians can now use Osko and the New Payments Platform (NPP) to instantly deposit AUD into their Gemini accounts. This means no more long wait times or expensive fees that often come with international transfers. Users can buy, sell, and trade a wide range of cryptocurrencies using Australian dollars. They’ll also have access to Gemini’s full suite of tools, including ActiveTrader for more advanced trading options.

James Logan, who has experience in both traditional finance and crypto, will lead Gemini’s efforts in Australia. He’s worked at other global exchanges like Luno and Bitget. Logan says more Australians are looking for reliable platforms to manage their digital assets:

“Australians are increasingly turning to trusted platforms to manage their digital assets. I’m thrilled to lead Gemini’s efforts here and to build a strong presence that will support long-term adoption and innovation.”

Logan’s job will focus on forming partnerships and growing the customer base, as Gemini tries to attract both beginners and experienced crypto investors in Australia.

This expansion highlights Gemini’s commitment to making crypto more accessible while offering local support, faster payments, and a secure trading environment.